Safe sleep for babies, reducing the risk of SIDS

I think it’s fair to say that these days’ health professionals are pretty good at giving out information about reducing the risk of SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome), or cot death, as it used to be known. Reducing the risk of SIDS It’s common knowledge that safe sleep for babies means as …

Why is it important to eat well after birth?

The three months after your baby's born are commonly known as your fourth trimester. Focusing on eating well after birth, or during the fourth trimester is really important. It will help your body recover from birth, restore hormonal imbalances and replenish depleted nutrient stores - this is especially important if …

Mindfulness: Enjoy a calm, stress-free pregnancy

Anxiety and stress aren't good for anyone. But even more so in pregnancy, as regularly feeling stressed or anxious can affect your health which isn't good for you or your baby!Β  Mindfulness is a simple style of meditation, that helps you focus on the present and helps you calm a …

9 (pregnant & breastfeeding) ladies dancing with festive mocktails

Christmas is a time to eat, drink and be jolly. But when pregnant, there's that list of foods you should avoid, and of course drinks you can't enjoy - mainly alcohol! So, whilst jugs of mulled wine and bottles of fizz might be off the cards this year - it …

8 maids a milking, breastfeeding tips for the holidays

OK...so the 12 days of Christmas start on Christmas day, but we couldn't resist bringing this one out a little early! Holiday season is well and truly upon us. Which probably means last-minute shopping, a countdown until visitors fill your home - or you head to a loved-ones home for …